I only did 4 years. By 4 years you will know wether you want to stay in or make a career of it. 4 years was enough for me and it gave me a great foundation for the rest of my life..
@@ilililiililili9965 yeah I suppose but you get a lot of free time as a Pilot whilst still being paid so I would have time to make some passive income ventures
@@ht-ve9fe tbf mate I wouldn’t know, I’m currently getting fit to go into RM training, but if you’d do 10, you might as well do 12 just so you’re somewhat guaranteed retirement
@@ilililiililili9965 Yeah you got a solid point there mate. I'm still a little way away from even finishing A levels to apply for potential RM officer, will need to see how it pans out since I wanna push towards at least trying for sf after 3/4 years as a RMC. Good luck for your application though lad
Is it a bad idea to join the marines just so you can say you’ve done it. Like yeah lifestyle, camaraderie and all that appeals to me but a big part is just so I can say I’ve done it. Is that a bad mindset?
I would say it's a bad idea to join for other peoples approval. But it's not bad to join to prove it to yourself. So workout if you're trying to do it for others or for yourself.
personally i think the DS would sniff that out straight away and they wouldnt like it. Youd either change your mind or when you're cold wet and hungry, you'll decide its not for you. You need a solid reason imo
I would add that the pipeline to training is, seriously back up right now.... Folks should be aware that you need a LOT of patience/ commitment just to get to Admiralty Board and selection!
Hey Man. Was having a look at being a future marine and within the training packet I’m using, there’s a exercise called the bridge raise and I’m wondering if this is a exercise similar to a hip thrust? And any other idea to get prepped to try apply
how much time do you spend at home when you are a commando? like do I spend more time at home with my family then out with the marines? I really would love to know.
You can join the reserves and then leave immediately if you want, unless you commission in which case you need to stay for at least a year after you commission and will have responsibilities and commitments that the private soldier won't
I only did 4 years. By 4 years you will know wether you want to stay in or make a career of it. 4 years was enough for me and it gave me a great foundation for the rest of my life..
Great insight cheers Trev!
When I joined,70s. I'm sure you could sign for 3 or nine years.
Three meant four and a half if you include girls time.
Cheers Sam, I'm planning on going for longer but obviously that could change but I never viewed it that way. Cheers.
No probs mate good insight atleast
Cheers Sam, I'm planning on serving for around 6-10 years before pursuing a pilot career. You're videos have really helped gain insight. Thanks again.
If you do 12, you do get a pension 😉
@@ilililiililili9965 yeah I suppose but you get a lot of free time as a Pilot whilst still being paid so I would have time to make some passive income ventures
@@ht-ve9fe tbf mate I wouldn’t know, I’m currently getting fit to go into RM training, but if you’d do 10, you might as well do 12 just so you’re somewhat guaranteed retirement
@@ilililiililili9965 Yeah you got a solid point there mate. I'm still a little way away from even finishing A levels to apply for potential RM officer, will need to see how it pans out since I wanna push towards at least trying for sf after 3/4 years as a RMC. Good luck for your application though lad
@@ht-ve9fe Cheers mate, you too
Is it a bad idea to join the marines just so you can say you’ve done it. Like yeah lifestyle, camaraderie and all that appeals to me but a big part is just so I can say I’ve done it. Is that a bad mindset?
I would say it's a bad idea to join for other peoples approval. But it's not bad to join to prove it to yourself. So workout if you're trying to do it for others or for yourself.
I wouldn’t say so. But it’s a bad motivator. It’ll be really hard to pass training with that as the only thing driving u.
@@CompleteCommando food for thought, cheers
@@jd6069 good point, cheers
personally i think the DS would sniff that out straight away and they wouldnt like it. Youd either change your mind or when you're cold wet and hungry, you'll decide its not for you. You need a solid reason imo
When did they change that? It was always three years minimum when I was in. (1980s)
Not sure mate, 4 years now.
I would add that the pipeline to training is, seriously back up right now.... Folks should be aware that you need a LOT of patience/ commitment just to get to Admiralty Board and selection!
Hey Man. Was having a look at being a future marine and within the training packet I’m using, there’s a exercise called the bridge raise and I’m wondering if this is a exercise similar to a hip thrust? And any other idea to get prepped to try apply
Hi mate, is the coach on the training programme you are using accessible to ask questions? If not jump to us as we are bro.
how much time do you spend at home when you are a commando? like do I spend more time at home with my family then out with the marines? I really would love to know.
You are away the majority of the time.
minimum 6 months a year away normally
Does the mandatory 4 years include training?
Yes mate
Is it a 4 years service to the reserves also ?
You can join the reserves and then leave immediately if you want, unless you commission in which case you need to stay for at least a year after you commission and will have responsibilities and commitments that the private soldier won't
I think as long as you serve with honour, dignity and respect for the flag and service then why not? Good video mate!